In a message dated 12/16/2002 11:39:08 AM Pacific Standard Time,
james@thevenom.net writes:
> i would not use a synthetic (silicon) fluid in a street car. it is not
> hydroscopic like regular brake fluid so the moisture does not go into
> suspension but hangs out in little acidic puddles and eats up the seals.
> it
> needs to be changed much more frequently than regular fluid. im not an
> expert on this, but you might want to do some research before commiting to
> it.
>
James makes an excellent point regarding the water moisture problem with
synthetic brake fluids. I do use regular brake fluid on my street only cars.
My Supra I change brake fluid twice a year so the downsides are not so much
a problem and the better temperture range of the synthetic definitely helps
in my car.
The LFB that I've done can heat up the brakes pretty good on a longer course.
Don Lew
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